The mothers of Yanguru-Saussia District in East Sepik Province recently celebrated the official opening of the Women’s Micro Bank (Mama Bank) while also celebrating the 49th Independence Day on 16th September. The mothers with tears of joy applauded and thanked their Local MP and Minister for International Trade and Investment Richard Maru who officially cut the ribbon on the 18th of September 2024. Mama Bank branch is now the second bank to open in Yangoru-Saussia District, second to the Bank of South Pacific (BSP) being the first. This now eliminates the need to travel to Wewak for banking purposes. Minister…
Author: E’lle-Gore Yasi
The proper maintenance of vehicles to ensure their roadworthiness is extremely important when it comes to road safety in towns and cities in the country. The increased number of unsilenced and faulty vehicles in Port Moresby city alone has increased the probability of more accidents from a logical perspective. It is because of this that vehicle owners and drivers are frequently reminded to maintain standard vehicle condition and follow road safety rules and regulation especially from the Motor Vehicle Insurance Limited (MVIL), Road Traffic Authority (RTA) and by police at the occasional police roadblocks. However, these warnings are constantly neglected.…
The Papua New Guinea famous Modern Wan Squad Dance group will host its Dance Workshop and competition today at the Hilton Hotel and Suits in Port Moresby, proudly sponsored by Mountain Dew. The Competition will be judged by four members of the Australian Dance crew members including wan squads team leader to help identify the top dance crews. The 12th place best dance crew in the World of HipHop Wan Squad through the competition are pleased to encourage and inspire youngsters and peer groups to pursue their goals in modern dancing. The competition’s registration category includes the Junior level for…
The stage is set for an exhilarating 2024 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup Grand Final showdown between the Wamp Nga Mt. Hagen Eagles and the Kroton Hela Wigmen this afternoon at 3pm at the Santos National Football Stadium (NFS) in Port Moresby city. The first place Eagles have had an impressive season, finishing at the top of the ladder with 26 points. Their offensive prowess is evident, having scored 383 points, the second-highest in the league. Their ability to consistently put points on the board, coupled with their resilience, makes them a formidable opponent. Key players have stepped up in crucial moments,…
The Minor Semi Final of the Digicel ExxonMobil Cup 2024 saw the thrilling Kroton Hela Wigmen overpower the Lae Snax Tigers 32-12, at the National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. The Wigmen displayed their dominance early on, with Woodie Kawage opening the scoring in the 15th minute. Kawage, playing as the hooker, was influencial throughout the match, adding another try in the 79th minute to seal the victory. Wigmen fullback Kaupa Sipa added to the Wigmen’s tally with a try in the 37th minute with his agility and speed. Trevor Solu, who came off the interchange bench, made a significant…
The Major Semi Final of the Digicel ExxonMobil Cup 2024 saw a close contest, the Wamp Nga Mt. Hagen Eagles edged out the KMH Enga Mioks with a 16-12 victory at the National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. The Eagles’ triumph was marked by a strong start, with second rower Wari Rex scoring two tries in the 22nd and 30th minutes showcasing his strength and agility. The Eagles’ captain, Henry Wan, added another try in the 58th minute, solidifying their lead. Despite missing all three conversion attempts, the Eagles managed to secure the win with two penalty goals by Sakias…
The elimination round of the Host Plus Cup saw the SP PNG Hunters secure a commanding victory over the Wynnum Manly Seagulls with a final score of 23-8, at the Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. The Hunters started strong, but it was the Seagulls who opened the scoring with a try by Connor Broadhurst in the 8th minute, followed by a successful conversion from Bryce Donovan. Including Donovan adding a penalty goal at the 16th minute, giving the Seagulls an early lead of 8-0. However, the Hunters quickly responded with Brandon Nima scored the first try for the…
The International Training Institute (ITI) Celebrates 16th Anniversary Founders Day at the Taurama Aquatic Center on Friday 30th August in Port Moresby. The ITI Founders Day represents a special day to honor and commemorate the Late ITI Co-Founder Professor Sentheyval Thuraiappah, acknowledging and embracing his commitment to creating opportunity in the academic welfare of underprivileged youth since Papua New Guinea’s Independence. The Founders Day is a public holiday to all ITI establishments around the nation, and also acts as a platform to acknowledge other deceased ITI members, students or staff to be honored and respected. The Founders Day was also…
As the Queensland Rugby League Hostplus Cup enters Finals Week 1, every match has significant implications for the teams involved. The outcomes of these matches could dramatically alter the standings, making this a decisive weekend for all eight teams. Here’s a breakdown of what’s at stake for each team based on their potential wins or losses. Pride vs Falcons (1st vs 4th) Pride: Currently sitting comfortably at the top of the ladder with 40 points, Pride’s position as the regular-season leader is secure. A win against the Falcons would further cement their dominance and maintain their momentum heading into the…
New singer and song writer of the popular song “Go Bek,” Loyd Dau better known by his stage name “Mavn LKLD” made it on 93 Yumi FM’s Top 20 Countdown for more than a month. Upon receiving this news, Mavn emphasized that it was an unexpected turn of event as he was simply having a good time making music with his colleagues and producers. However, this exciting new achievement has inspired him to make more music for his fans and help promote the local studio Stingray Records. Loyd told PNG HAUSBUNG that a musical collaboration between local lyrical genius and…